Songs with poetry by Langston Hughes and Paul Laurence Dunbar; NY premieres by Mark Carlson, Libby Larsen, Reinaldo Moya, Frederick Piket, Steven Ward, with pianists Dimitri Dover and Melinda Lee Masur
Alto soloist at Berkshire Choral International with Beth Willer.
Monday August 3 - Libby Larsen’s Sifting Through the Ruins
Thursday August 6 - new works by Ben Morris, Victor Cui, and Kristen Baum
Friday August 7 - songs from Wolf’s Italienisches Liederbuch with pianist Arlene Shrut and members of the MNDuo Program
Soloist with Music of the Baroque and Dame Jane Glover.
Viewed as one of the supreme achievements of Western music, J. S. Bach’s Mass in B Minor stands as a monumental summation of his creative genius, fusing grand musical architecture and profound spiritual depth. Dame Jane Glover leads the chorus, orchestra, and internationally renowned soloists in this deeply human and transcendent work.
Soloist with Music of the Baroque and Dame Jane Glover.
Viewed as one of the supreme achievements of Western music, J. S. Bach’s Mass in B Minor stands as a monumental summation of his creative genius, fusing grand musical architecture and profound spiritual depth. Dame Jane Glover leads the chorus, orchestra, and internationally renowned soloists in this deeply human and transcendent work.
Alto soloist with Minnesota Orchestra, Minnesota Chorale, and Dame Jane Glover.
December 18 - 8PM
Alto soloist with Minnesota Orchestra, Minnesota Chorale, and Dame Jane Glover.
December 18 - 8PM
December 19 - 7PM
Alto soloist with The Sebastians.
The Sebastians return to the Princeton Festival with a program centered on beloved Bach cantatas, performed in historic Trinity Church. This dynamic ensemble specializes in music of the baroque and classical eras.
The UW Symphony (David Alexander Rahbee, director) and combined UW Choirs (Giselle Wyers, director) team up for a year-end program featuring music by Ottorino Respighi, Nadia Boulanger, and Francis Poulenc. Mezzo-soprano Clara Osowski is featured soloist with the combined ensembles for works by Boulanger, orchestrated by David Alexander Rahbee. Giselle Wyers conducts Poulenc: Gloria.
Ottorino Respighi: Fountains of Rome
Nadia Boulanger: 6 Songs, orchd. Rahbee
Clara Osowski, mezzo-soprano
Francis Poulenc: Gloria
Giselle Wyers, conductor
Three British Song recitals with Ian Tindale, pianist throughout Oxford, Worcester, and Snape Maltings, UK. Contact me for more detailed information.
Journey back in time with Tenet to the early days of New York as we mark America’s 250th anniversary. Tenet is teaming up with Netherlands-based Caecilia-Concert to share a musical snapshot of our country’s early roots through Dutch composers including Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, known as the “Orpheus of Amsterdam.”
Masterclass and Recital residency at University of Alabama-Huntsville, with Erika Switzer, piano.
Alto soloist with Madison Bach Musicians.
Alto soloist with Madison Bach Musicians.
Alto Soloist with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra.
Alto Soloist with Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra.
Visting ensemble Quince will present a recital. Quince Ensemble is a treble voice ensemble dedicated to changing the paradigm for contemporary vocal chamber music. Described as "the Anonymous 4 of new music" by Opera News, Quince continually pushes the boundaries of vocal ensemble literature. This event is free and open to the public.
Lorelei will join Cantus for a special SATB presentation of their program Land that I Love. Commemorating the United States’ 250th anniversary, Land That I Love honors America’s diverse heritage with music by composers carrying their own migration stories.
Rothko Chapel
Saturday, February 28 @ 8:00PM
Yale University, Schwarzman Center
168 Grove St, New Haven, CT 06511
February 13th and 14th: Redeemer Presbyterian Church, 78722
Mezzo-soprano soloist with Philharmonie Austin.
Song interpreters Lydia Brown, Susanne Mentzer, Esteli Gomez, Sidney Outlaw, Clara Osowski, Scott Brunscheen, Jonathan Ware, and more, celebrate the community of song through the cycles of Libby Larsen, Minnesota’s most recent composer designate in Academy of Arts and Letters. This performance is made possible in part by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
Alto with Spire Ensemble.
Embrace the joyous spirit of the season and start a new tradition with the Seattle Bach Festival’s presentation of J.S. Bach’s magnificent Christmas Oratorio (Weihnachts-Oratorium), parts 1, 2, and 3. Immerse yourself in this radiant masterpiece, a collection of cantatas designed to be performed during the Christmas season. From triumphant fanfares featuring trumpets and timpani to tender lullabies and glorious choruses, Bach’s genius shines through in every movement. Experience the captivating narrative of the Nativity story, told with unparalleled musical richness and emotional depth.
Clara Rottsolk,soprano
Clara Osowski,alto
Haitham Haidar,tenor
Douglas Williams,bass
The Seattle Bach Festival Orchestra
Evergreen Ensemble
Embrace the joyous spirit of the season and start a new tradition with the Seattle Bach Festival’s presentation of J.S. Bach’s magnificent Christmas Oratorio (Weihnachts-Oratorium), parts 1, 2, and 3. Immerse yourself in this radiant masterpiece, a collection of cantatas designed to be performed during the Christmas season. From triumphant fanfares featuring trumpets and timpani to tender lullabies and glorious choruses, Bach’s genius shines through in every movement. Experience the captivating narrative of the Nativity story, told with unparalleled musical richness and emotional depth.
Clara Rottsolk,soprano
Clara Osowski,alto
Haitham Haidar,tenor
Douglas Williams,bass
The Seattle Bach Festival Orchestra
Evergreen Ensemble
Magnificent, enchanting, elegant.
Featuring mezzo soprano Clara Osowski
Step into the warmth and splendor of the season with Holidays at the Hotel — a festive concert set in the glittering Gold Ballroom, filled with holiday charm. This intimate evening of music and celebration creates a magical experience for friends and all who cherish the spirit of the season.
A child is born! Tenet and Piffaro join forces to share Christmas music from 17th-century Germany (think “Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming”)! Come be amazed by Piffaro’s dazzling array of festive instruments, including shawms, recorders, sackbuts, lutes, and percussion. Tenet's vocalists will join these special instruments to create a dazzling sound world.
A child is born! Tenet and Piffaro join forces to share Christmas music from 17th-century Germany (think “Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming”)! Come be amazed by Piffaro’s dazzling array of festive instruments, including shawms, recorders, sackbuts, lutes, and percussion. Tenet's vocalists will join these special instruments to create a dazzling sound world.
A child is born! Tenet and Piffaro join forces to share Christmas music from 17th-century Germany (think “Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming”)! Come be amazed by Piffaro’s dazzling array of festive instruments, including shawms, recorders, sackbuts, lutes, and percussion. Tenet's vocalists will join these special instruments to create a dazzling sound world.
A child is born! Tenet and Piffaro join forces to share Christmas music from 17th-century Germany (think “Lo, How a Rose E'er Blooming”)! Come be amazed by Piffaro’s dazzling array of festive instruments, including shawms, recorders, sackbuts, lutes, and percussion. Tenet's vocalists will join these special instruments to create a dazzling sound world.
Quince performs selections from our Dust Bowl album as well as Destierros by Ricardo Zohn-Muldoon. With guest artist Clara Osowski!
Performing Domenico Belli’s Officium Defunctorum, ensemble alto
Performing Domenico Belli’s Officium Defunctorum, ensemble alto
Look Up - Chris Cerrone’s Beaufort Scales at Luther College, Decorah, Iowa.
David Lang’s Love Fail in Bowling Green, OH.
Johann Sebastian BACH
Cantata BWV 1083, Tilge Höchster, meine Sünden
Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C minor, BWV 1060R
Selections from BWV 42, Am Abend aber desselbigen Sabbats
Please join us after the concert for a reception. Mingle with fellow Baroque lovers and meet some of our musicians!
Questions?
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Experience Bach’s profound musical and spiritual vision in this star-studded program featuring Tilge, Höchster, meine Sünden (BWV 1083) - Bach’s reimagining of Pergolesi’s beloved Stabat Mater, sung by soprano Linh Kauffman and star guest artist mezzo-soprano Clara Osowski. Virtuosos Basil Reeve (oboe) and Cece Belcher (violin) join forces in the thrilling Concerto for Oboe and Violin (BWV 1060R). Oboes and mezzo are again featured in selections from Bach Cantata BWV 42. Guest conducted and led from the harpsichord by baroque specialist Jeffrey Grossman.
Programs subject to change.
